Ford 2011 Fusion v.1- User Manual

Protecting the environment We must all play our part inprotecting the environment. Correctvehicle usage and the authorizeddisposal of waste, cleaning andlubrication materials are significantsteps towards this aim. Information in this respect is highlighted in thisguide with the tree symbol. CALIFORN...

Special instructions For your added safety, your vehicle is fitted with sophisticated electroniccontrols. WARNING: Please read the section Airbag Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. Failure to follow the specific warnings and instructions couldresult in ...

Additionally, when you connect to Traffic, Directions andInformation (if equipped, U.S. only) the service uses GPStechnology and advanced vehicle sensors to collect the vehicle’scurrent location, travel direction, and speed (“vehicle travelinformation”) only to help provide you with the directions, ...

These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle. Vehicle Symbol Glossary Safety Alert See Owner’s Guide Fasten Safety Belt Airbag - Front Airbag - Side Child Seat LowerAnchor Child Seat TetherAnchor Brake System Anti-Lock Brake System Parking Brake System Brake Fluid -Non-Petroleum Based P...

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Standard instrument cluster shown; metric, optional and manualtransmission clusters similar Warning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that maybecome serious enough to cause extensive repairs. A warning light mayilluminate when a problem exists with one ...

damage your catalytic converter. Drive in a moderate fashion (avoidheavy acceleration and deceleration) and contact your authorized dealeras soon as possible. WARNING: Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floo...

Safety belt: Reminds you to fasten your safety belt. A Belt-Minder 威 chime will also sound to remind youto fasten your safety belt. Refer tothe Seating and Safety Restraints chapter to activate/deactivate the Belt-Minder 威 chime feature. Charging system: Illuminates when the battery is not charging ...

Headlamps on warning chime: Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on, the ignition is off (the key is not in the ignition) and thedriver’s door is opened. Parking brake on warning chime: Sounds when the parking brake is engaged and the vehicle is driven. If the warning remains after thepark...

Engine coolant temperaturegauge: Indicates engine coolant temperature. At normal operatingtemperature, the needle will be inthe normal range (between “H” and“C”). If it enters the red section, the engine is overheating. Stopthe vehicle as soon as safelypossible, switch off the engine and let the eng...

Trip odometer: See TRIP A/B under Message center in this chapter. MESSAGE CENTER Your vehicle’s message center allows you to configure/personalize certainvehicle options to suit your needs. The message center is also capable of monitoring many vehicle systemsand will alert you to potential vehicle p...

TIMER Timer displays the trip elapsed drive time. To operate, do the following: 1. Press and release RESET in order to start the timer. 2. Press and release RESET to pause the timer. 3. Press and hold RESET until the timer resets. Blank Screen The message center display will be blank after cycling t...

AUTOUNLOCK This feature automatically unlocks all vehicle doors when the driver’sdoor is opened within 10 minutes of the ignition being turned off. Press RESET to turn autounlock on or off. BLIND SPOT (if equipped) The Blind Spot Information System (BLIS 威 ) is designed to assist the driver by monit...

AUDIO SYSTEMS AM/FM/single CD MP3 satellite compatible sound system WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device or feature that maytake their focus off the road. Your pri...

MEMORY PRESETS (0–9): There are 30 available presets, 10 each forSAT1, SAT2 and SAT3. To savesatellite channels in your memorypresets, tune to the desired channelthen press and hold a memory preset number (0–9) until sound returns. TEXT: Press and release to display the artist and song title. While ...

the system will take you to the channel playing the desired song. Youcan save up to 20 song titles. If you attempt to save more than 20titles, the display will read REPLACE SONG? Press OK to access thesaved titles and press / to cycle through the saved titles. When the song title appears in the disp...

when the system accepts your entry it will display ENTER NEW PIN.Enter your new four-digit PIN and the system will save the new PINand PIN SAVED will display. c. UNLOCK ALL CHANNELS: Press OK when UNLOCK ALL CHANNELS is displayed and the display will read ENTER PIN. Enteryour four-digit PIN and the ...

Required equipment: 1. Any portable music player designed to be used with headphones 2. An audio extension cable with stereo male 1/8 in. (3.5 mm)connectors at each end To play your portable music player using the auxiliary input jack: 1. Begin with the vehicle parked and the radio turned off. 2. En...

5. For safety reasons, connecting or adjusting the settings on yourportable music player should not be attempted while the vehicle ismoving. Also, the portable music player should be stored in a securelocation, such as the center console or the glove box, when the vehicle isin motion. The audio exte...

CDs with homemade paper(adhesive) labels should not beinserted into the CD player asthe label may peel and cause theCD to become jammed. It isrecommended that homemadeCDs be identified withpermanent felt tip marker ratherthan adhesive labels. Ballpoint pens may damage CDs. Pleasecontact your authori...

Sample MP3 structure If you are burning your own MP3discs, it is important to understandhow the system will read thestructures you create. While variousfiles may be present, (files withextensions other than mp3), onlyfiles with the .mp3 extension will beplayed. Other files will be ignoredby the syst...

Radio Display Condition Action Required NO TEXT Category information not available. Category information not available at this time on this channel. The system is working properly. NO SIGNAL Loss of signal from the SIRIUS 威 satellite or SIRIUS 威 tower to the vehicle antenna. You are in a location th...

MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM(IF EQUIPPED) 1. Fan speed adjustment: Turn to select fan speed. 2. R Rear defroster: Press to activate/deactivate the rear window defroster. Refer to Rear window defroster later in this chapter for more information. 3. Defrost: Distributes outside air throu...

9. Temperature control: Controls the temperature of the airflow in the vehicle. 10. Recirculated air: Press to activate/deactivate air recirculation in the vehicle. Recirculated air may reduce the amount of time needed tocool down the interior of the vehicle, when used with A/C, and may alsohelp red...

During extreme high ambient temperatures when idling stationary forextended periods of time in gear, it is recommended to run the A/C inthe MAX A/C position, reduce blower fan speed from the highest settingand put the vehicle’s transmission into the P (Park) gear position(automatic transmission only...

10. Passenger heated seat control (if equipped): Press to activate/deactivate the passenger heated seat. See Heated seats in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. 11. Recirculated air: Press to activate/deactivate air recirculation in the vehicle. Recirculated air may reduce the amount of time ...

DUAL ZONE AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (NAVIGATIONBASED – IF EQUIPPED) 1. CLIMATE: Press to control the climate control system through the touch display screen. See Touchscreen functions later in this section. 2. R Rear defroster: Press to activate/deactivate the rear window defroster. this button ...

TOUCHSCREEN FUNCTIONS Temperature conversion: To switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius, refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter. Temperature: Press the up and down arrows on the left side of the screen to increase/decrease the airflow temperature for the driver side ofthe vehicle. ...

Operating tips • To reduce fog build-up on the windshield during humid weather,select (defrost) or (floor/defrost). • To reduce humidity build-up inside the vehicle, do not drive with thesystem OFF or with (recirculated air) engaged and A/C off. • Do not put objects under the front seats that will i...

3. Adjust the temperature control to maintain comfort. 4. Set the fan speed to the highest setting. 5. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows. To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents, close the ventslocated in the middle of the instrument panel. REAR WINDOW ...

HEADLAMP CONTROL Turns the lamps off. Turns on the parking lamps, instrument panel lamps, licenseplate lamps and tail lamps. Turns the low beam headlamps on. Autolamp control (if equipped) The autolamp system provides lightsensitive automatic on-off control ofthe exterior lights normallycontrolled b...

4. Turn the headlamp control to the autolamp position. The headlampswill turn on. 5. Wait the desired amount of time for the exit delay you want (up tothree minutes), then turn the headlamps off. See Message center in the Instrument Cluster section for more information. Fog lamp control (if equipped...

Flash-to-pass Pull toward you slightly to activateand release to deactivate. Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped) Turns the headlamps on with a reduced output.To activate: • the ignition must be in the on position, • the headlamp control is in the off, autolamps or parking lamp positionand • th...

Your vehicle may also have readinglamps within the rear dome lamp(s). Press the switches on either side ofthe dome lamp to turn on thelamps. Ambient lighting (if equipped) Illuminates footwells, storage binsand cupholders with a choice ofseveral colors. The ambient lightingcontrol is located on the ...

Replacing interior bulbs Check the operation of all bulbs frequently. Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently. Replacing headlamp bulbs (2.5L/3.0L engines) High beam/low beam bulb replacement For driver side replacement of this bulb, do the following: WARNING: To red...

Low beam 6. Disconnect the electrical connector. To install, reverse the removal procedure. For passenger side replacement of the high beam bulb, do thefollowing: 1. Make sure the headlamp control is in the off position, then open thehood. 2. Reach over the front bolster. 3. Disengage the windshield...

6. Disconnect the electricalconnector. 7. Carefully pull bulb straight out ofsocket and install the new one. WARNING: Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out of children’s reach. Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base and do not touch the glass. The oil from your hand could cause theb...

Replacing headlamp bulbs (3.5L engine) High beam/low beam bulb replacement For driver side replacement of the high beam/low beam bulbs, do thefollowing: 1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the off position, then open thehood. 2. Reach over the front bolster and remove the rubber bulb access cover...

3. Rotate the harness/bulb assemblycounterclockwise to remove fromthe fog lamp. 4. Carefully disconnect the bulbfrom the harness assembly via thetwo snap clips. Install the new bulb in reverse order. Lights 70 2011 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st PrintingUSA (fus)

MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER Windshield wiper: Rotate the end of the control away from you toincrease the speed of the wipers;rotate towards you to decrease thespeed of the wipers. Speed dependent wipers: When the wiper control is set to any of the interval settings except the longest pause setting, the pau...

Windshield washer: Press the end of the stalk: • briefly: causes a single swipe ofthe wipers without washer fluid. • a quick press and hold: thewipers will swipe three times withwasher fluid. • a long press and hold: the wipersand washer fluid will be activatedfor up to ten seconds. Courtesy wipe fe...

Storage compartment Press on the rear edge of thecompartment door to open. The storage compartment may beused to secure sunglasses or asimilar object. ELECTRONIC COMPASS (IF EQUIPPED) The compass heading is displayed in the center integrated display (CID). The compass reading may be affected when yo...

2. To calibrate, press and hold the 7and 9 radio preset buttons togetherfor approximately 10 seconds untilCAL appears. Release the buttons. 3. Slowly drive the vehicle in acircle (less than 3 mph [5 km/h])until the CAL display changes to thedirection value (N, S, E, W, etc.). Itmay take up to five c...

INSTRUMENT PANEL STORAGE COMPARTMENT The storage compartment may beused to secure sunglasses or similarsized objects. Press the button toopen the storage compartment. AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12V DC) Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not insertany other object in the power outlet...

POWER WINDOWS WARNING: Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle and do not let children play with the power windows. They may seriously injure themselves. WARNING: When closing the power windows, you should verify they are free of obstructions and ensure that children and/or pets are not in t...

Driver’s and passenger’s window(if equipped) To operate one touch-down, press the switch completely down to thesecond detent and release quickly. The window will open fully.Momentarily press the switch to any position to stop the windowoperation. To operate one-touch up, pull the switch completely u...

the window will stop. For example, this can be used to overcome theresistance of ice on the window or seals. Window lock The window lock feature allows onlythe driver and front passenger tooperate the power windows. To lock out all the window controls(except for the driver and frontpassenger) press ...

SPEED CONTROL With speed control set, you can maintain a set speed without keepingyour foot on the accelerator pedal. WARNING: Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, slippery or unpaved. Using speed controls The speed controls are located on the steering wheel. T...

For further information on the SYNC 威 system, refer to the SYNC 威 supplement. Navigation system/SYNC 威 hands free control features (if equipped) Press control briefly until the voice icon appears on the Navigation display to use the voicecommand feature. Press to activate phone mode or answer a phon...

To close the moon roof: The moon roof is equipped with an automatic, one-touch, express closingfeature. Press and release the front portion of the control. To stopmotion at any time during the one-touch closing, press the control again. Bounce-back: When an obstacle has been detected in the moon roo...

UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped with a universal garage door opener whichcan be used to replace the common hand-held transmitter. Car2U 姞 Home Automation System (if equipped) The Car2U 威 Home Automation System is a universal transmitterlocated in the driver’s ...

To erase programming on the Car2U 威 system (individual buttons cannot be erased), use the following procedure: 1. Firmly press the two outsideCar2U 威 system buttons simultaneously for approximately20 seconds until the indicator lightsbegin to blink rapidly. The indicatorlights are located directly a...

Position the floor mat so that theeyelet is over the retention post andpress down to lock in. Make surethat the mat does not interfere withthe operation of the accelerator orthe brake pedal. To remove the floormat, reverse the installationprocedure. INTERIOR TRUNK CONTROL Press the remote trunk rele...

KEYS Your vehicle is equipped with twoIntegrated Keyhead Transmitters(IKTs). The key blade functions as aprogrammed key which starts thevehicle and unlocks/locks all thedoors. The transmitter portionfunctions as the remote entrytransmitter. Your IKTs are programmed to your vehicle; using a non-progr...

MYKEY™ The MyKey™ feature allows you to program a restricted driving mode topromote good driving habits. All but one of the keys programmed to thevehicle can be activated as a MyKey™. The key will remain restricteduntil MyKey™ is cleared. Any remaining keys are referred to as an“administrator key” o...

Create a MyKey™ To program MyKey™ on one of the keys programmed to the vehicle,insert the key that you want to make a MyKey™ into the ignition. Turnthe ignition on. Use the message center buttons to do the following: 1. Press SETUP until PRESS RESET TO CREATE MYKEY is displayed. 2. Press and release...

Clear MyKey™ To reset all MyKeys™ as admin keys, do the following: 1. Turn the vehicle on using the admin key. 2. Press SETUP until PRESS RESET TO CLEAR MYKEY is displayed. 3. Press and release the RESET button. HOLD RESET TO CONFIRMCLEAR is displayed. 4. Press and hold the RESET button for two seco...

Note: For all vehicles, the number of MYKEY(S) PROGRAMMED or ADMIN KEYS PROGRAMMED that is displayed in the MyKey™ systemstatus menus will include the remote start system as an additional key inthe total count. See the Check MyKey™ system status section. Note: For all vehicles with remote start inst...

4. Press and hold the 3 • 4. While holding the 3 • 4 press the 7 • 8. 5. Release the 7 • 8. 6. Release the 3 • 4. The user should receive a horn chirp to indicate the system has been disabled or a chirp followed by a honk to indicate the system has beenenabled. Autounlock feature The autounlock feat...

1. Place the key in the ignition andturn the ignition to the on position. 2. Press the power door unlockcontrol on the door panel threetimes. 3. Turn the ignition from the onposition to the off position. 4. Press the power door unlock control on the door panel three times. 5. Turn the ignition back ...

2. Press and release again within five seconds to unlock all the doors. The remote entry system activates the illuminated entry feature; thisfeature turns on the lamps for 25 seconds or until the ignition is turnedto the on position. The battery saver feature will turn off the lamps 30 minutes after...

How to reprogram your integrated keyhead transmitters (IKTs) To program a new integrated keyhead transmitter yourself, refer to Programming spare keys in the SecuriLock 威 passive anti-theft system section of this chapter. Note: At least two IKTs are required to perform this procedure yourself. Illum...

the ignition is in the 1 (off) position and all vehicle doors are closed. Youmust complete Steps 1–5 within 30 seconds or the procedure will haveto be repeated. If the procedure needs to be repeated, wait a minimumof 30 seconds before beginning again. 1. Place the key in the ignition andturn the ign...

Anti-scan feature If the wrong code has been entered seven times (35 consecutive buttonpresses), the keypad will go into an anti-scan mode. This mode disablesthe keypad for one minute and the keypad lamp will flash.The anti-scan feature will turn off after: • one minute of keypad inactivity. • press...

Note: Large metallic objects, electronic devices that are used to purchase gasoline or similar items, or a second coded key on the samekey chain may cause vehicle starting issues. You need to prevent theseobjects from touching the coded IKT while starting the engine. Theseobjects will not cause dama...

The theft indicator will illuminate for three seconds and then go out. Ifthe theft indicator stays on for an extended period of time or flashesrapidly, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Replacement of integrated keyhead transmitters (IKT) and codedkeys Note: Your vehicle comes equi...

Disarming the system You can disarm the system by any of the following actions: • Unlock the doors by using the remote entry transmitter portion ofyour Integrated Keyhead Transmitter. • Unlocking the doors using the keyless entry keypad (if equipped). • Turn ignition to the on position with a valid ...

FRONT SEATING WARNING: Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. WARNING: Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to reduce the risk of injury in a collision or sudden stop. WARNING: Befo...

2. Pivot the head restraint forwardtowards your head to the desiredlocation. After the head restraint reachesthe forward-most tilt position,pivoting it forward again will thenrelease it to the rearwardun-tilted position. Adjusting the front manual seat (if equipped) WARNING: Never adjust the driver’...

Press the control in the direction ofthe arrows to move the seatforward, backward, up or down. Power recline (if equipped) Press the control to recline theseatback forward or rearward. Using the power lumbar support (if equipped) The power lumbar control is located on the outboard side of the driver...

REAR SEATS Second-row adjustable head restraints Your vehicle is equipped with outboard and center head restraints thatare vertically adjustable. WARNING: To minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a crash, the driver and passenger occupants should not sit in and/or operate the vehicle, unt...

3. Store the head restraint in a secure location, such as the trunk of thevehicle. To reinstall the outboard head restraints, do the following: 1. Insert the two stems into the guide sleeve collars. 2. Push the head restraint down until it locks. Properly adjust the head restraint so that the top of...

Properly adjust the head restraint so that the top of the head restraint iseven with the top of your head and positioned as close as possible to theback of your head. For occupants of extremely tall stature, adjust thehead restraint to its full up position. WARNING: The adjustable head restraint is ...

to the airbag when it begins to inflate. For some occupants, this occursbecause they are initially sitting very close to the airbag. For otheroccupants, this occurs when the occupant is not properly restrained bysafety belts or child safety seats and they move forward during pre-crashbraking. The mo...

Front safety belt energy management retractors The front outboard safety belt energy management retractors allowwebbing to be pulled out of the retractor in a gradual and controlledmanner in response to the occupant’s forward momentum. This helpsreduce the risk of force-related injuries to the occup...

Combination lap and shoulder belts 1. Insert the belt tongue into theproper buckle (the buckle closest tothe direction the tongue is comingfrom) until you hear a snap and feelit latch. Make sure the tongue issecurely fastened in the buckle. 2. To unfasten, press the releasebutton and remove the tong...

Pregnant women should alwayswear their safety belt. The lap beltportion of a combination lap andshoulder belt should be positionedlow across the hips below the bellyand worn as tight as comfort willallow. The shoulder belt should bepositioned to cross the middle ofthe shoulder and the center of thec...

How to use the automatic locking mode • Buckle the combination lap andshoulder belt. • Grasp the shoulder portion andpull downward until the entirebelt is pulled out. • Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a clickingsound. This indicates the safety belt is now in the automa...

WARNING: Do not use extensions to change the fit of the shoulder belt across the torso. Safety belt height adjustment Your vehicle has safety belt heightadjustments at the front outboardseating positions. Adjust the heightof the shoulder belt so the belt restsacross the middle of your shoulder. To a...

The following are reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts(All statistics based on U.S. data): Reasons given... Consider... “Crashes are rare events” 36700 crashes occur every day. The more we drive, the more we areexposed to “rare” events, even forgood drivers. 1 in 4 of us will be ser...

Reasons given... Consider... “I have an airbag” Airbags offer greater protection whenused with safety belts. Frontal airbagsare not designed to inflate in rear andside crashes or rollovers. “I’d rather be thrown clear” Not a good idea. People who are ejected are 40 times more likelyto DIE. Safety be...

AIRBAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) The passenger airbag cover is a seamless design so that you cannot seethe boundary around its door. The shaded area in the illustrationrepresents the passenger airbag cover. WARNING: Do not put anything on or over the airbag cover. Placing objects on or ove...

Children and airbags Children must always be properlyrestrained. Accident statisticssuggest that children are safer whenproperly restrained in the rearseating positions than in the frontseating position. Failure to followthese instructions may increase therisk of injury in a collision. WARNING: Airb...

The airbags inflate and deflaterapidly upon activation. After airbagdeployment, it is normal to notice asmoke-like, powdery residue orsmell the burnt propellant. This mayconsist of cornstarch, talcumpowder (to lubricate the bag) orsodium compounds (e.g., bakingsoda) that result from thecombustion pr...

• a readiness light and tone • and the electrical wiring which connects the components • Side curtain airbag system. Refer to Side curtain airbag system later in this chapter. • Front passenger sensing system. Refer to Front passenger sensing system later in this chapter. • “Passenger airbag off” or...

The front passenger sensing systemuses a ⬙ passenger airbag off ⬙ or ⬙ pass airbag off ⬙ indicator which will illuminate and stay lit to remind youthat the front passenger frontalairbag is disabled. The indicatorlamp is located in the center stack of the instrument panel above theradio. Note : The i...

In case there is a problem with thefront passenger sensing system, theairbag readiness light in theinstrument cluster will stay lit. If the airbag readiness light is lit, do the following: The driver and/or adult passengers should check for any objects thatmay be lodged underneath the front passenge...

WARNING: If the side airbag has deployed, the airbag will not function again.The side airbag system(including the seat) must beinspected and serviced by anauthorized dealer. If the airbag is not replaced, the unrepairedarea will increase the risk of injuryin a collision. Determining if the system is...

Side-curtain airbag system WARNING: Do not place objects or mount equipment on or near the headliner at thesiderail that may come intocontact with a deploying side aircurtain. Failure to follow theseinstructions may increase the riskof personal injury in the event of acollision. WARNING: Do not plac...

How does the side air-curtain system work? The design and development of theside air curtain system includedrecommended testing proceduresthat were developed by a group ofautomotive safety experts known asthe Side Airbag Technical WorkingGroup. These recommended testingprocedures help reduce the ris...

passenger seat or an unbuckled child or small person in the passengerseat. The air curtain was designed to inflate between the side windowarea and occupant to further enhance the protection provided tooccupants in side impact collisions. The seat-mounted side airbag wasdesigned to inflate between th...

Any difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of thefollowing: • The readiness light (same light as used for front airbag system) willeither flash or stay lit. • The readiness light will not illuminate immediately after ignition isturned to the on position. • A series of five beeps will...

Important child restraint precautions WARNING: Always make sure your child is secured properly in a device that is appropriate for their height, age and weight. Child safety restraints must be purchased separately from the vehicle.Failure to follow these instructions and guidelines may result in ani...

Recommendations for Safety Restraints for Children Child size, height, weight, orage Recommendedrestraint type Infants ortoddlers Children weighing 40 lb (18 kg) orless (generally age four oryounger) Use a child safetyseat (sometimescalled an infantcarrier, convertibleseat, or toddlerseat). Smallchi...

Recommendations for attaching child safety restraints for children RestraintType Child Weight Use any attachment method as indicated below by “X” LATCH(loweranchorsandtoptetheranchor) LATCH(loweranchorsonly) Safetybeltandtoptetheranchor Safetybelt andLATCH(loweranchorsand toptetheranchor) Safetybelt...

WARNING: Always carefully follow the instructions and warnings provided by the manufacturer of any child restraint to determine if the restraint device is appropriate for your child’s size,height, weight, or age. Follow the child restraint manufacturer’sinstructions and warnings provided for install...

training to ensure that all children ages 0 to 16 are properly restrained inthe correct restraint system. Ford recommends checking with a NHTSACertified Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST) and yourpediatrician to make sure your seat is appropriate for your child andproperly installed in the veh...

Attaching child safety seats with tether straps Many forward-facing child safety seats include a tether strap whichextends from the back of the child safety seat and hooks to an anchoringpoint called the top tether anchor. Tether straps are available as anaccessory for many older safety seats. Conta...

2. Locate the correct anchor for theselected seating position. 3. Open the tether anchor cover. 4. Clip the tether strap to theanchor as shown. If the tether strap is clippedincorrectly, the child safety seat maynot be retained properly in theevent of a collision. 5. Tighten the child safety seat te...

Children and booster seats vary in size and shape. Choose a booster thatkeeps the lap belt low and snug across the hips, never up across thestomach, and lets you adjust the shoulder belt to cross the chest andrest snugly near the center of the shoulder. The drawings below comparethe ideal fit (cente...

Follow all instructions provided by the manufacturer of the booster seat. WARNING: Never place, or allow a child to place, the shoulder belt under a child’s arm or behind the back because it reduces the protection for the upper part of the body and may increase the riskof injury or death in a collis...

INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING Tire Quality Grades apply to newpneumatic passenger car tires. TheQuality grades can be found whereapplicable on the tire sidewallbetween tread shoulder andmaximum section width. Forexample: • Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A These Tire Quality G...

WARNING: Under-inflation is the most common cause of tire failures and may result in severe tire cracking, tread separation or “blowout”, with unexpected loss of vehicle control and increasedrisk of injury. Under-inflation increases sidewall flexing and rollingresistance, resulting in heat buildup a...

Note: If you have to drive a distance to get air for your tire(s), check and record the tire pressure first and add the appropriate air pressurewhen you get to the pump. It is normal for tires to heat up and the airpressure inside to go up as you drive. 2. Remove the cap from the valve on one tire, ...

Improper or inadequate vehicle maintenance can cause tires to wearabnormally. Inspect all your tires, including the spare, frequently, andreplace them if one or more of the following conditions exist: Tire wear When the tread is worn down to1/16th of an inch (2 mm), tires mustbe replaced to help pre...

U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN) Both U.S. and Canada Federal regulations require tire manufacturers toplace standardized information on the sidewall of all tires. Thisinformation identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics ofthe tire and also provides a U.S. DOT Tire Identific...

WARNING: When mounting replacement tires and wheels, you should not exceed the maximum pressure indicated on the sidewall of the tire to set the beads without additional precautionslisted below. If the beads do not seat at the maximum pressureindicated, re-lubricate and try again.When inflating the ...

• Do not run over curbs or hit the tire against a curb when parking WARNING: If your vehicle is stuck in snow, mud, sand, etc., do not rapidly spin the tires; spinning the tires can tear the tire and cause an explosion. A tire can explode in as little as three to fiveseconds. WARNING: Do not spin th...

• Front-wheel drive(FWD)/All-wheel drive (AWD)vehicles (front tires at top ofdiagram) Sometimes irregular tire wear can be corrected by rotating the tires. Note: If your tires show uneven wear ask an authorized dealer to check for and correct any wheel misalignment, tire imbalance or mechanicalprobl...

Information on “P” type tires P215/65R15 95H is an example of atire size, load index and speedrating. The definitions of theseitems are listed below. (Note thatthe tire size, load index and speedrating for your vehicle may bedifferent from this example.) 1. P: Indicates a tire, designated by the Tir...

12. Treadwear, Traction and Temperature Grades • Treadwear: The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on aspecified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150would wear one and one-half (1 1 ⁄ 2 ) times as well ...

Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for “LT” typetires “LT” type tires have some additionalinformation beyond those of “P”type tires; these differences aredescribed below. Note: Tire Quality Grades do not apply to this type of tire. 1. LT: Indicates a tire, designated by the Tire a...

Information on “T” type tires “T” type tires have some additionalinformation beyond those of “P”type tires; these differences aredescribed below: T145/80D16 is an example of a tiresize. Note: The temporary tire size for your vehicle may be different fromthis example. Tire Quality Grades donot apply ...

following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmfulinterference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received,including interference that may cause undesired operation. WARNING: The tire pressure monitoring system is NOT a substitute for manually checking tire pressure. The ...

To restore the full functionality of the tire pressure monitoring system,have the damaged road wheel/tire repaired and remounted on yourvehicle. For additional information, refer to Changing tires with TPMS in this section. When you believe your system is not operating properly The main function of ...

Low tire pressurewarning light Possiblecause Customer action required Flashing warninglight Spare tire inuse Your temporary spare tire is inuse. Repair the damaged roadwheel and re-mount it on thevehicle to restore systemfunctionality. For a descriptionof how the system functionsunder these conditio...

SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS WARNING: Snow tires must be the same size, load index, speed rating as those originally provided by Ford. Use of any tire or wheel not recommended by Ford can affect the safety andperformance of your vehicle, which could result in an increased risk ofloss of vehicle control, ve...

Example only: Cargo Weight – includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight, including cargo and optional equipment. Tires, Wheels and Loading 198 2011 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st PrintingUSA (fus)

GAW (Gross Axle Weight) – is the total weight placed on each axle (front and rear) – including vehicle curb weight and all payload. GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) – is the maximum allowable weight that can be carried by a single axle (front or rear). These numbers are shown on the Safety Compliance...

WARNING: Do not use replacement tires with lower load carrying capacities than the original tires because they may lower the vehicle’s GVWR and GAWR limitations. Replacement tireswith a higher limit than the original tires do not increase the GVWRand GAWR limitations. WARNING: Exceeding any vehicle ...

you have been planning for the past 2 years. Measuring the inside ofthe vehicle with the rear seat folded down, you have room for12-100 lb. (45 kg) bags of cement. Do you have enough load capacityto transport the cement to your home? If you and your friend eachweigh 220 lb. (99 kg), the calculation ...

Front-wheel drive (FWD) vehicles equipped with a 2.5L or 3.0Lengine can be towed with all four wheels on the ground or with the front wheels off the ground by using a tow dolly. If you are using a towdolly follow the instructions specified by the equipment provider. If youare towing with all four wh...

Front-wheel drive (FWD) vehicles equipped with a 3.5L engine can’t be towed with the front drive wheels on the ground or transmissiondamage may occur. It is recommended to tow your vehicle with the frontdrive wheels on a dolly or with all four wheels off the ground on acar-hauling trailer. All-wheel...

STARTING Positions of the ignition 1. Off— locks the gearshift leverand allows key removal. Thisposition also shuts the engine andall electrical accessories off. 2. Accessory— allows the electricalaccessories such as the radio tooperate while the engine is notrunning. 3. On— all electrical circuits ...

Starting the engine 1. Turn the key to 3 (on) withoutturning the key to 4 (start). 2. Turn the key to 4 (start), thenrelease the key as soon as theengine begins cranking. Your vehiclehas a computer assisted crankingsystem that assists in starting theengine. After releasing the key fromthe 4 (start) ...

become very hot and may result in an electrical shock or fire. Be sureto check for heat anywhere in the electrical hookup once the systemhas been operating for approximately a half hour. • Finally, have the engine block heater system checked during your falltune-up to be sure it’s in good working or...

Using ABS When hard braking is required, apply continuous force on the brakepedal; do not pump the brake pedal since this will reduce theeffectiveness of the ABS and will increase your vehicle’s stoppingdistance. The ABS will be activated immediately, allowing you to retainfull steering control duri...

STEERING 2.5L I4 engine and 3.0L V6 Duratec 威 engine: Your vehicle is equipped with an electric power steering (EPS) system.There is no fluid reservoir to check or fill. If your vehicle loses electrical power while you are driving (or if theignition is turned off), you can steer the vehicle manually...

BRAKE-SHIFT INTERLOCK This vehicle is equipped with a brake-shift interlock feature that preventsthe gearshift lever from being moved from P (Park) when the ignition isin the on position unless the brake pedal is pressed. If you cannot move the gearshift lever out of P (Park) with ignition inthe on ...

WARNING: Do not drive your vehicle until you verify that the brake lamps are working. WARNING: Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P (Park). Turn the ignition to the off position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle. WARNING: If the parking brak...

WARNING: Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P (Park). Turn the ignition to the off position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle. R (Reverse) With the gearshift lever in R (Reverse), the vehicle will move backward.Always come to a complete stop...

Understanding your SelectShift Automatic™ transmission (SST)gearshift lever This vehicle may be equipped with a SelectShift Automatic™transmission (SST) gearshift lever. SST is an automatic transmission withthe ability for the driver to change gears up or down (without a clutch)as desired. By moving...

Initially when moving the lever to the manual mode (M), the instrumentcluster will show the current selected gear and the SST light willilluminate. Only by moving the lever in the forward (-) or backward (+)position will the transmission utilize the manual mode for select shifting. To manually downs...

MANUAL TRANSMISSION OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED) Using the clutch Manual transmission vehicles have a starter interlock that preventscranking the engine unless the clutch pedal is fully pressed. To start the vehicle: 1. Make sure the parking brake is fully set. 2. Press the clutch pedal to thefloor, then...

Upshift according to the following chart: Upshifts when accelerating (recommended for best fuel economy) Shift from: 1 - 2 15 mph (24 km/h) 2 - 3 25 mph (40 km/h) 3 - 4 40 mph (64 km/h) 4 - 5 45 mph (72 km/h) 5 - 6 50 mph (80 km/h) Reverse 1. Make sure that your vehicle is at a complete stop before ...

3. Turn the ignition off. WARNING: Do not park your vehicle in Neutral, it may move unexpectedly and injure someone. Use 1 (First) gear and set the parking brake fully. Removing the key Turn the ignition to the off position, and remove the key. REVERSE SENSING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The Reverse Sensin...

REARVIEW CAMERA SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The rearview camera system,located on the trunk, provides avideo image which appears in therear view mirror or on thenavigation screen (if equipped), ofthe area behind the vehicle. It addsassistance to the driver whilereversing or reverse parking thevehicle.To us...

BLIND SPOT MIRRORS (IF EQUIPPED) Blind spot mirrors have an integrated convex spotter mirror built intothe upper outboard corner of the outside mirrors. They are designed toassist the driver by increasing visibility along the side of the vehicle. Formore information on your side view mirrors, refer ...

BLIND SPOT INFORMATION SYSTEM (BLIS 姞 ) WITH CROSS TRAFFIC ALERT (CTA) (IF EQUIPPED) The BLIS 威 is a convenience feature that aids the driver in assessingwhether a vehicle is within an areaon either side of the vehicleextending rearward from the outsidemirrors to approximately 10 feet(three meters) ...

Cross traffic alert (CTA) system operation The CTA system warns the driver of approaching vehicles when R(Reverse) is selected and the vehicle is backing out of a front-in parkingspot. It sounds a series of tones and flashes the BLIS 威 indicator found on the exterior mirror on the side of the approa...

CTA coverage also decreases when parking at shallow angles (refer tofigure for approximate zone coverage areas [sensor obstructed to vehicle on left] ). CTA detection limitations: Due to the nature of radar technology, there may be certain instances where vehicles entering and exiting theblind spot ...

CTA and Reverse Sensing System (RSS) interaction CTA works along with the Reverse Sensing System (RSS) (if equipped).Become familiar with the warning tones of both systems. BLIS 威 -CTA on/off and disable operation The BLIS 威 and/or the CTA can be turned off via the message center. Turning the BLIS 威...

WARNING: Just prior to the system recognizing a blocked condition and alerting the driver, the number of missed objects will increase. To help avoid injuries, NEVER use the BLIS 威 as a replacement for using the side and rear view mirrors and looking overyour shoulder before changing lanes. BLIS 威 is...

ALL WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped with a full-time All Wheel Drive (AWD)system. The AWD system is an active system, meaning it not onlyresponds to wheel slip between the front and rear axles but also has theability to anticipate wheel slip and transfer torque to...

When driving through water, determine the depth; avoid water higherthan the bottom of the wheel rims (if possible) and proceed slowly. If theignition system gets wet, the vehicle may stall. Once through water, always try the brakes. Wet brakes do not stop thevehicle as effectively as dry brakes. Dry...

DRIVING THROUGH WATER If driving through deep or standingwater is unavoidable, proceed veryslowly especially when the depth isnot known. Never drive throughwater that is higher than the bottomof the wheel rims (for cars) or thebottom of the hubs (for trucks). When driving through water, traction or ...

ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE Getting roadside assistance To fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford MotorCompany offers a complimentary roadside assistance program. Thisprogram is separate from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The serviceis available: • 24-hours, seven days a week • for the...

Canadian customers refer to your Warranty Guide or visit ourwebsite at www.ford.ca for information on: Using roadside assistance Complete the roadside assistance identification card and place it in yourwallet for quick reference. In the United States, this card is found in theOwner Guide portfolio i...

FUSES AND RELAYS Fuses If electrical components in thevehicle are not working, a fuse mayhave blown. Blown fuses areidentified by a broken wire withinthe fuse. Check the appropriatefuses before replacing any electricalcomponents. Note: Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified amperage r...

Passenger compartment fuse panel The fuse panel is located below and to the left of the steering wheel bythe brake pedal. Remove the panel cover to access the fuses. To remove a fuse use the fuse puller tool provided on the fuse panelcover. The fuses are coded as follows. Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Am...

CHANGING THE TIRES If you get a flat tire while driving, do not apply the brake heavily.Instead, gradually decrease your speed. Hold the steering wheel firmlyand slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road. Note: The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) indicator light will illuminate when...

The usage of a full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel can lead toimpairment of the following: • Handling, stability and braking performance • Comfort and noise • Ground clearance and parking at curbs • Winter weather driving capability • Wet weather driving capability • All-wheel driving capability (...

Removing the spare tire and jack 1. Remove the carpeted load floorpanel located in the rear of thevehicle and remove the lug wrenchand long bolt from the tool bag. 2. Remove the bolt securing thespare tire using the lug wrench,then lift and remove the spare tirefrom the trunk. 3. Remove the jack ret...

1. Block both the front and rear ofthe wheel diagonally opposite theflat tire. For example, if the leftfront tire is flat, block the right rearwheel. 2. Remove the center ornament (ifequipped) from the wheel. Looseneach wheel lug nut one-half turncounterclockwise but do not removethem until the whee...

7. Replace the carpeted load floor panel. WHEEL LUG NUT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS Retighten the lug nuts to the specified torque at 500 miles (800 km)after any wheel disturbance (tire rotation, changing a flat tire, wheelremoval, etc.). Bolt size Wheel lug nut torque* ft-lb N • m M12 x 1.5 100 135 * Tor...

5. Turn the heater fan on in both vehicles to protect from any electricalsurges. Turn all other accessories off. Connecting the jumper cables Note: In the illustration, the vehicle on the bottom is used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 1. Connect the positive (+) jumpercable to the pos...

Jump starting 1. Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run the engine atmoderately increased speed. 2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle. 3. Once the disabled vehicle has been started, run both engines for anadditional three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables. Removing the j...

WRECKER TOWING If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towingservice or, if you are a member of a roadside assistance program, yourroadside assistance service provider. It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift or flatbedequipment. Do not tow with a slingb...

Emergency towing In case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle (without accessto wheel dollies, car hauling trailer, or flatbed transport vehicle) yourvehicle (regardless of transmission powertrain configuration) can be flattowed (all wheels on the ground) under the following conditions: •...

GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED Warranty repairs to your vehicle must be performed by an authorizedFord, Lincoln, or Mercury dealer. While any authorized dealer handlingyour vehicle line will provide warranty service, we recommend youreturn to your selling authorized dealer who wants to ensure yourcon...

In Canada: Mailing address (Ford vehicles) Customer Relationship CentreFord Motor Company of Canada, LimitedP.O. Box 2000Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E4 Telephone 1-800-565-3673 (FORD) Online www.ford.ca Mailing address (Lincoln vehicles) Lincoln CentreFord Motor Company of Canada, LimitedP.O. Box 2000Oak...

You can get more information by calling BBB AUTO LINE at1-800-955-5100, or writing to: BBB AUTO LINE4200 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 800Arlington, Virginia 22203–1833 BBB AUTO LINE applications can also be requested by calling the FordMotor Company Customer Relationship Center at 1-800-392-3673. Note: F...

WASHING THE EXTERIOR Wash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutralpH shampoo, such as Motorcraft 威 Detail Wash (ZC-3-A), which is available from your authorized dealer. • Never use strong household detergents or soap, such as dish washingor laundry liquid. These products can ...

ENGINE Engines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirtbuildup keep the engine warmer than normal. When washing: • Take care when using a power washer to clean the engine. Thehigh-pressure fluid could penetrate the sealed parts and causedamage. • Do not spray a hot engine with ...

WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADES The windshield, rear and side windows and the wiper blades should becleaned regularly. If the wipers do not wipe properly, substances on thevehicle’s glass or the wiper blades may be the cause. These may includehot wax treatments used by commercial car washes, water repellen...

Regular cleaning and conditioning will maintain the appearance of theleather. Cleaning For dirt, use a vacuum cleaner then use a clean, damp cloth or softbrush. For routine cleaning, wipe the surface with a soft, damp cloth. For morethorough cleaning, wipe the surface with a mild soap and water solu...

FORD AND LINCOLN MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your Ford or Lincoln Mercury authorized dealer has many qualityproducts available to clean your vehicle and protect its finishes. Thesequality products have been specifically engineered to fulfill yourautomotive needs; they are custom designed to complement...

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS To help you service your vehicle, we provide scheduled maintenance information which makes tracking routine service easy. If your vehicle requires professional service, your authorized dealer canprovide the necessary parts and service. Check your Warranty Guide to find out wh...

OPENING THE HOOD 1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hoodrelease handle located under thebottom of the instrument panel nearthe steering column. 2. Go to the front of the vehicle andrelease the auxiliary latch that islocated under the front center ofthe hood. 3. Lift the hood and support it with the pro...

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 2.5L I4 engine 1. Engine coolant reservoir 2. Engine oil filler cap 3. Engine oil dipstick 4. Brake/Clutch fluid reservoir 5. Transmission fluid dipstick (automatic transmission only) 6. Battery 7. Power distribution box 8. Air filter assembly 9. Cool...

WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID Add fluid to fill the reservoir if thelevel is low. In very cold weather, donot fill the reservoir completely. Only use a washer fluid that meetsFord specifications. Do not use anyspecial washer fluid such aswindshield water repellent type fluidor bug wash. They may causesque...

• If the oil level is within this range, the oil level is acceptable. DO NOT ADD OIL. • If the oil level is below this mark, engine oil must be added to raise the level within the normaloperating range. • 2.5L I4 engine • 3.0L V6 engine Maintenance and Specifications 291 2011 Fusion (fsn) Owners Gui...

• 3.5L V6 engine If required, add engine oil to the engine. Refer to Adding engine oil in this chapter. • Do not overfill the engine with oil. Oil levels above this markmay cause engine damage. If the engine is overfilled, some oil mustbe removed from the engine by anauthorized dealer. 7. Put the di...

Engine oil and filter recommendations Look for this certificationtrademark. Use SAE 5W-20 engine oil Only use oils certified for gasoline engines by the American PetroleumInstitute (API). An oil with this trademark symbol conforms to thecurrent engine and emission system protection standards and fue...

BATTERY Your vehicle is equipped with aMotorcraft 威 maintenance-free battery which normally does notrequire additional water during itslife of service. If your battery has acover/shield, make sure it isreinstalled after the battery hasbeen cleaned or replaced. For longer, trouble-free operation,keep...

WARNING: Keep batteries out of reach of children. Batteries contain sulfuric acid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Shield your eyes when working near the battery to protect againstpossible splashing of acid solution. In case of acid contact with skin oreyes, flush immediately with water f...

• Always dispose of automotivebatteries in a responsible manner.Follow your local authorizedstandards for disposal. Call yourlocal authorized recycling centerto find out more about recyclingautomotive batteries. ENGINE COOLANT Checking engine coolant The concentration and level of engine coolant sho...

When the engine is cold, check thelevel of the engine coolant in thereservoir. • The engine coolant should be at the FULL COLD level, or within theCOLD FILL or MIN / MAX range as listed on the engine coolantreservoir (depending upon application). • Refer to scheduled maintenance information for serv...

• DO NOT MIX different colors or types of coolant in your vehicle. Make sure the correct coolant is used. DO NOT MIX recycled coolant and new (unused) coolant together in the vehicle. Mixing of enginecoolants may harm your engine’s cooling system. The use of animproper coolant may harm engine and co...

Whenever coolant has been added, the coolant level in the coolantreservoir should be checked the next few times you drive the vehicle. Ifnecessary, add enough 50/50 concentration of engine coolant anddistilled water to bring the liquid level to the proper level. If you have to add more than 1.0 quar...

If you drive in extremely hot climates: • It is still necessary to maintain the coolant concentrationabove 40%. • NEVER decrease the coolant concentration below 40%. • A coolant concentration of 40% will provide freeze pointprotection down to -12°F [-24°C]. Decreased engine coolantconcentrations bel...

When fail-safe mode is activated You have limited engine power when in the fail-safe mode, so drive thevehicle with caution. The vehicle will not be able to maintain high-speedoperation and the engine will run rough. Remember that the engine iscapable of completely shutting down automatically to pre...

• Fuels can also be harmful if absorbed through the skin. If fuel issplashed on the skin and/or clothing, promptly remove contaminatedclothing and wash skin thoroughly with soap and water. Repeated orprolonged skin contact with fuel liquid or vapor causes skin irritation. • Be particularly careful i...

WARNING: When refueling always shut the engine off and never allow sparks or open flames near the filler neck. Never smoke while refueling. Fuel vapor is extremely hazardous under certainconditions. Care should be taken to avoid inhaling excess fumes. WARNING: The flow of fuel through a fuel pump no...

Flex fuel vehicle (FFV) fuel fill inlet If your vehicle is flex fuel capable, it will have a yellow bezel placed overthe fuel fill inlet. Choosing the right fuel If your vehicle is a flexible fuel vehicle (FFV), use only UNLEADEDFUEL and FUEL ETHANOL (Ed75–Ed85). If your vehicle is not a flexible fu...

FFV engine (if equipped) If your vehicle is flex fuel capable, it is designed to use Fuel Ethanol(Ed75–Ed85), “Regular” unleaded gasoline or any mixture of the twofuels. Use of other fuels such as Fuel Methanol may cause powertraindamage, a loss of vehicle performance, and your warranty may beinvali...

Many of the world’s automakers approved the World-Wide Fuel Charterthat recommends gasoline specifications to provide improvedperformance and emission control system protection for your vehicle.Gasolines that meet the World-Wide Fuel Charter should be used whenavailable. Ask your fuel supplier about...

When filling the vehicle’s fuel tank from a portable fuel container, use theincluded funnel. 1. Locate the white plastic funnel. Itis attached to the underside of thespare tire cover or is included withthe tire changing tools. 2. Slowly insert the funnel into the Easy Fuel™ system. 3. Fill the vehic...

The amount of usable fuel in the empty reserve varies and shouldnot be relied upon to increase driving range. When refueling yourvehicle after the fuel gauge indicates empty, you might not beable to refuel the full amount of the advertised capacity of thefuel tank due to the empty reserve still pres...

• Adding certain accessories to your vehicle (for example; bugdeflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski/luggage racks) mayreduce fuel economy. • Using fuel blended with alcohol may lower fuel economy. • Fuel economy may decrease with lower temperatures during the first8–10 miles (12–16 km...

Allow the vehicle to sit for at least eight hours without starting theengine. Then, start the engine and complete the above driving cycle. Theengine must warm up to its normal operating temperature. Once started,do not turn off the engine until the above driving cycle is complete. Ifthe vehicle is s...

BRAKE/CLUTCH FLUID Brake and clutch (if equipped) systems are supplied from the samereservoir. • 2.5L engine • 3.0L/3.5L engines The fluid level will drop slowly as the brakes wear, and will rise when thebrake components are replaced. Fluid levels between the MIN and MAXlines are within the normal o...

WARNING: To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and/or personal burn injuries do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running. Changing the air filter element • 2.5L I4 engine • 3.0L V6 engine • 3.5L V6 engine 1. Release the clamps that secure the...

• 2.5L I4 engine • 3.0L V6 engine • 3.5L V6 engine 3. Remove the air filter element from the air filter housing. Maintenance and Specifications 324 2011 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st PrintingUSA (fus)

4. Wipe the air filter housing and cover clean to remove any dirt ordebris and to ensure good sealing. 5. Install a new air filter element. Be careful not to crimp the filterelement edges between the air filter housing and cover. This could causefilter damage and allow unfiltered air to enter the en...

Miscellaneous • Make sure all linkages, cables, levers and pins under vehicle arecovered with grease to prevent rust. • Move vehicles at least 25 feet (8 m) every 15 days to lubricateworking parts and prevent corrosion. Removing vehicle from storage When your vehicle is ready to come out of storage,...

• 3.5L V6 Engine 1. Short drivebelt is on first pulley groove closest to engine. 2. Long drivebelt is on second pulley groove farthest from engine. IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE Safety Compliance Certification Label The National Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration Regulations requirethat a Safety Compli...

FORD CUSTOM ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of Ford Custom Accessories are available for yourvehicle through your local Ford or Ford of Canada dealer. These qualityaccessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotiveneeds; they are custom designed to complement the ...

FORD ESP EXTENDED SERVICE PLANS (U.S. ONLY) More than 30 million Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury owners have discoveredthe powerful protection of Ford ESP. It is the only extended service planbacked by Ford Motor Company, and provides “peace of mind”protection beyond the New Vehicle Limited Warranty cove...

FORD ESP EXTENDED SERVICE PLANS (CANADA ONLY) You can get more protection for your vehicle by purchasing a FordExtended Service Plan (ESP). Ford ESP is the only service contractbacked by Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited. Depending on theplan you purchase, Ford ESP provides benefits such as: • R...

Your vehicle is very sophisticated and built with multiple complexperformance systems. Every manufacturer develops these systems usingdifferent specifications and performance features. That’s why it’simportant to rely upon your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership toproperly diagnose and repair your v...

Get the most from your service and maintenance visits There are a lot of reasons why visiting your Ford or Lincoln Mercurydealership for all your service needs is a great way to help keep yourvehicle running great. Convenience Many dealerships have extended evening and Saturday hours to makeyour ser...

Any adverse condition should be brought to the attention of your dealeror qualified service technician as soon as possible for the proper serviceadvice. The owner maintenance service checks are generally not coveredby warranties so you may be charged for labor, parts or lubricants used. Multi-point ...

NORMAL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE AND LOG For your convenience, your vehicle is equipped with a message centerwhich determines the proper oil change service interval. You shouldperform the engine oil change as indicated by the instrument clustermessage center. The message center will display ENGINE OIL C...

Oil Change S ervice Interval* 1 23456789 1 0 1 1 1 2 1 3 1 4 1 5 Change engine oil and filter • •••••••••••••• Rotate tires, inspect tire wear and measure tread depth • •••••••••••••• Inspect wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear , looseness or drag • •••••••••••••• Perform multi-po...

Maintenance schedule log D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ...

SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS If you operate your Ford/Lincoln/Mercury vehicle primarily in one of the more demanding Special Operating Conditions listed below, you will need to have some items maintained more frequently. If you only occasionally operate your vehicle under these conditions, it is not...

Extensive idling and/or low-speed driving for long distances as in heavy commercial use such as delivery, taxi, patrol car or livery As required – Change engine oil and replace oil filter as indicated bymessage center and perform services as listed in theNormal Scheduled Maintenance chart (except Fi...

Operating in dusty conditions such as unpaved or dusty roads Inspect frequently, service as required – Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) – Replace engine air filter Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) – Inspect the wheels and related components forabnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag– Rotate tires,...

Special operating condition log D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D A...

EXCEPTIONS In addition, there are several exceptions to the Normal Schedule. Theyare listed below: Normal vehicle axle maintenance ❑ Rear axles and power take-off (PTO) units containing synthetic lubricant and light duty trucks equipped with Ford-designaxles are lubricated for life. These lubricants...

COOLANT CHANGE RECORD Engine coolant ❑ 6 years or 100,000 miles (160,000 km) - change coolant (whichever comes first). ❑ After initial change - change coolant every 3 years or 50,000 miles (80,000 km). Scheduled Maintenance Guide 361 2011 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st PrintingUSA (fus)

Engine coolant change log D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M...

A Accessory delay ..........................80 AdvanceTrac ..............................212 Air cleaner filter .......322–323, 327 Air conditioning automatic temperaturecontrol system ....................45, 48 Airbag supplemental restraintsystem ........................144, 153, 156 and child safe...

fluid, checking and adding(manual) .........................320, 322fluid, refill capacities ..............328lubricant specifications ..........328manual operation ....................224 Trunk .........................................104 remote release ..................93, 108 Turn signal ..........